2008 Honda Civic 2.0L Petrol · BD58 EEW

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, following a clean MOT pass on 15 May 2026 at 110,265 miles. The maintenance trend shows significant improvement after a period of mechanical failure in mid-2025. While the car suffered multiple major failures in June 2025, the subsequent pass in July 2025 and the recent clean result this month indicate that the current owner has addressed the necessary repairs to bring the vehicle back to testing standards. The mileage pattern is consistent with a typical low-mileage older vehicle, averaging approximately 6,100 miles per year. There was a notable burst of activity of over 7,800 miles between June 2024 and June 2025, followed by a more standard interval of 6,400 miles between July 2025 and May 2026. This regularity suggests the car is used regularly rather than sitting for long periods, which helps prevent rubber components and seals from drying out. A buyer should perform a physical inspection of the offside front shock absorber to ensure the serious fluid leak noted in June 2025 has been fully rectified and not merely masked. The exhaust system also failed for a major leak and poor emissions readings during that same period, so a check of the exhaust manifold and lambda sensor for signs of corrosion or poor welding is advisable. Given the age of the vehicle, close attention should be paid to structural integrity on the sills and wheel arches, as the record does not currently list any corrosion advisories.